becket

a clevis forming part of one end of a sheave, used for securing standing lines by means of a thimble

2.

a short line with a grommet or eye at one end and a knot at the other, used for securing spars or other gear in place

Word Origin

C18: of unknown origin

Becket

/ˈbɛkɪt/

noun

1.

Saint Thomas à. 1118–70, English prelate; chancellor (1155–62) to Henry II; archbishop of Canterbury (1162–70): murdered following his opposition to Henry's attempts to control the clergy. Feast day: Dec 29 or July 7